How To Fix PSSC_ARCHIVING044 - Switch &1 not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_ARCHIVING - Message Class for Social Services Archiving

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Switch &1 not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_ARCHIVING044 - Switch &1 not active ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_ARCHIVING044 indicates that a specific switch (in this case, &1) is not active. This error typically arises in the context of archiving processes within SAP, particularly when trying to archive data that is controlled by a specific switch that has not been activated.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the archiving switch for the specified object or process is not activated in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The switch may not have been set up correctly in the configuration.
  The switch may have been intentionally deactivated for certain business processes.
  There may be a misunderstanding about which switches need to be active for the archiving process to proceed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Switch Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Navigate to the relevant archiving object and check the status of the switch.
  Ensure that the switch for the archiving object is set to "active."
  
  
  
  Activate the Switch:
  
  If the switch is not active, you can activate it by following the appropriate configuration steps in the SAP system.
  This usually involves going to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigating to the archiving settings for the specific object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object to understand the implications of activating the switch.
  Ensure that activating the switch aligns with your business processes and data management policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activating the switch, perform a test run of the archiving process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of activating the switch or if the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings and switches that control its behavior. Familiarize yourself with the relevant archiving objects and their configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Deletion
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to the error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PSSC_ARCHIVING044 error and successfully proceed with your archiving tasks in SAP.